- 91
Vittorio Caradossi
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Vittorio Caradossi
- Cleopatra
- brown patinated bronze, onyx and white marble, the figure standing on a brèche violette stepped base, raised on a breccia marble square pedestal
- figure height 4 ft. 8 1/2 in.; pedestal height 29 in.
- 128 cm; 73.5 cm
signed Prof. V. Caradossi on the front.
Condition
Overall in good condition and presentation. The marble surface with traces of dirt that can easily be cleaned and is consistent with handling. Very minor scratches and nicks to surface consistent with age. The brown patinated bronze lion with wear to front of face. Minor chips to all marble edges. Her right hand with traces or restoration to fingers and hand. The brown onyx has a repaired crack just above tassle along her left leg. Old traces of tape to stepped marble plinth.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Please see lot 47 for a note on Caradossi.